Orthodontic practices near Pont-y-Fenni
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Pont-y-Fenni; 7 practices within 20. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 11.0 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 11.0 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 11.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 19.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 19.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 19.5 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 19.6 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 19.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 21.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pont-y-Fenni with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 11.0 miles east; the next are Llanelli (19.4 miles south-east) and Dunvant (26.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 11.0 miles east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 19.4 miles south-east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 26.0 miles south-east |
| Swansea | 7 | 27.8 miles south-east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 29.0 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Pont-y-Fenni
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen (4.9 from 106 reviews), 11.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 11.0 miles east |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 4.8 (287 reviews) | 19.5 miles south-east |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.8 (35 reviews) | 11.0 miles east |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 4.6 (38 reviews) | 19.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pont-y-Fenni at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Carmarthenshire |
| NHS dental services | Hywel Dda University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,097 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.1% aged 16 to 24 and 24.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 20 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 188th closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.8% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 11 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 19 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 26 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 7 within 20 miles |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Pont-y-Fenni
From Pont-y-Fenni the nearest practice is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 11 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 7 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (19.5 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 11 of the practices around Pont-y-Fenni list clear aligners, the nearest 11 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Pont-y-Fenni are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 11 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Pont-y-Fenni to Capel Dental Care is roughly 25 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 290 to 570 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £130 to £255 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 170 to 290 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pont-y-Fenni
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Orthodontist in Pont-y-Fenni: People weighing up braces or aligners in Pont-y-Fenni can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Carmarthenshire.
Useful local orthodontic context for Pont-y-Fenni
There is no orthodontist on our records in Pont-y-Fenni itself. The nearest recorded are Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 11 miles away; Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 19 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 26 miles away.
What official data says about Pont-y-Fenni
ONS classifies Pont-y-Fenni as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Pont-y-Fenni falls under Hywel Dda University Health Board. Pont-y-Fenni's under-16 share sits at 16.3%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.8% of the 2,097 residents in Pont-y-Fenni's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. Pont-y-Fenni has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 11 miles away. Pont-y-Fenni's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Wales as a whole.
A quick look at Pont-y-Fenni
Heading south-east for around 3 km brings you to Llanddowror, the closest linked location.
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All Orthodontic Options in Pont-y-Fenni Explained
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Pont-y-Fenni
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Pont-y-Fenni
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Pont-y-Fenni
Treatment in Pont-y-Fenni runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
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Areas We Cover Around Pont-y-Fenni
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Frequently Asked Questions in Pont-y-Fenni
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pont-y-Fenni often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pont-y-Fenni?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pont-y-Fenni is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 11.0 miles to the east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (11.0 miles) and Nott Sarah (19.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pont-y-Fenni?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Pont-y-Fenni, 0 practices within 10 miles and 7 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 11.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pont-y-Fenni?
The nearest practice to Pont-y-Fenni that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 11.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (19.5 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (21.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pont-y-Fenni, Carmarthenshire?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Pont-y-Fenni, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.